Apple AirPods 2024 to measure body temperature, test hearing abilities: Report

Apple is rumoured to have exciting plans for its AirPods lineup. Recent reports suggest that the tech giant will release a new and improved version of AirPods with advanced features related to hearing health and body temperature.

The new AirPods are expected to be unveiled next year and will likely incorporate Type-C ports, aligning with Apple's potential move towards standardising Type-C across its product range.

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the new AirPods will also aim to enhance connectivity with the recently announced Visio Pro headset.

This compatibility improvement will provide users with a seamless audio experience across Apple's ecosystem. Additionally, the AirPods Pro 3 is anticipated to launch in 2025 based on Apple's typical upgrade cycle.

One of the key features expected in the new AirPods is a hearing test capability. This functionality will allow users to assess their hearing capabilities by playing various tones and sounds, potentially identifying any hearing issues.

Apple might position the AirPods as more than just wireless earphones, potentially as a hearing aid, and may introduce functions like Conversation Boost and Live Listen.

However, there is still uncertainty surrounding the specifics of these features and how they will enhance.

Another notable feature speculated for the new AirPods is the ability to measure body temperature. Through sensors embedded in the earbuds, Apple intends to leverage the ear canal to accurately assess body temperature.

This method is said to be more precise than measuring temperature from the wrist. The inclusion of temperature monitoring aligns with previous reports about Apple's plans to incorporate this functionality.

With new features such as Type-C ports, advanced hearing tests, and body temperature measurement, the new AirPods aim to offer users a more comprehensive and immersive audio experience.

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